Listen to Fiona Bowman as she takes us through her emotional story of pain and suffering. ‘Did I Wake You, Pet?’ is all about her horrific experiences of domestic violence which she continuously faced for more than ten years. Victimised and abused systematically for years, she recounts the story of her journey of hope as she details her tale of escape. With the help of her friends and her employers, she was transferred to position 400 miles away, from her husband where she sees light, hope, a new start to her life. Where she decides that it’s time to look in the forward direction only. She is currently the managing director of Dysart 57 Ltd and also the Interim Head of Facilities at Safer places Domestic Abuse Charity in Hertfordshire and Essex. Fiona turns out to be a personality to follow for women who is of the view that happiness is never out of reach.
Simon Adepetun is visiting Northwich Library to talk about his book. The Manchester born has mostly lived in Warrington. He has a degree in English Studies and a Postgraduate certificate in Theatre Studies from the University of Manchester. Working as full time sales manager, Simon enjoys spending quality time with his family and writing. The children’s book is also a treat for the adults where eleven-year-old Daniel Jeremiah Chambers has parents Philip and Susan who love work and shopping and who just don't listen. Daniel is an only child ... no, he's lying ... he has a sister, Alice, who has a dolly fixation; Dan is sure she is an alien. So, Dan has a few problems, none insurmountable, until his friend, Benji, introduces him to the find of the century - a derelict bee hive which could become a den. Of course, such a simple thing is never so simple and when Dan finds a map well, all kinds of things just go horribly wrong. For example - Alice noses her nosey way in and two strange men suddenly turn up wanting what's theirs - and then there's the bank, too. The Beehive by Simon Adepetun is a tight little sharp-witted bumble through a short period in Dan's young life.
Listen to Mick Drewery as he talks about his historical book based on true events ‘Intimidation: The History, the Times and the People of the Sheffield Outrages.’ In the book he portrays the state of Sheffield in the 19th century and clearly points out towards the catastrophes caused by the trade union thugs and leader like William Broadhead. Mick in his book, beautifully pictures in what way the hard working skilled men suffered at the hands of exploitative masters. He also writes about how William Broadhead, the main character, was behind all the arson attacks, shootings, killings, bombings hamstrung horses and anonymous letters. The whole story of Sheffield outrages isn’t about defaming the union leader like William but it revolves around the transitional times of industrial relations and the development of trade unionism. The author graduated from Sheffield Hallam University and served the Barnsley Council as a Community Development Worker in 2002. This historical book is his third publication.
Settle in ladies and gentlemen for a fantastic event as you'll get to hear the author and award winning playwright David McCaddon as he talks about his expertise in IT in Law Enforcement, and of course his brilliant book 'Following Digital Footprints'. This enthralling novel will have you pouring over it from its first page to its last. Following digital footprints is a detective story with a difference. Different sections of a police force are investigating cases of hire car theft, credit card fraud and identity theft using traditional methods supported by ever more sophisticated IT systems. The criminals, meanwhile, become increasingly greedy but appear to be committing their crimes under the radar. The suspense builds, as the police build their case methodically and with the occasional element of luck. There are several twists and turns as the plot races towards a conclusion, and the reader can only wait and see whether the police or the criminals will succeed. David McCaddon has written an enthralling whodunnit by drawing on his many years of experience in law enforcement systems development working with police forces worldwide. The technical details are described with a light touch and this adds to the enjoyment of the novel. A satisfying read. .
Margaret Moore, author of the excellent 'A Street of Secrets', is at Southwold Library signing copies of her brilliant piece of historical fiction. Set in the East End of London, Angel Street is home to a variety of characters, who live close together, sharing each other's joys, tears and lives.Ethel's collision with Stan's bicycle raises eyebrows. Why do Stan's solicitors insist on involving the rent collector, in his affairs? Then there is Rose, who appears to be teaching the vicar some of her old ways. When Churchy and Liz decide to investigate, they find more than they bargained for. The next vicar comes as another shock. Meanwhile young Tony is unwittingly apprenticed to burglars, causing problems for one or two other local residents. The new neighbour is a real eye-opener, and what about the mystery lady who stands watching on the corner?With so much change in post-war England, the closeness and support among the street's residents is invaluable. For Ethel, Liz and ever-curious Churchy, life in Angel Street is never dull.
Kamakshi P. Murti , author of 'Lalli's Window', will be at Patrick Henry Library on Saturday 14th October taking part in the Indie Author Open House. You will get a chance to question Kamakshi on the journey that led to the creation of her book and maybe even grab yourself a signed copy. When eleven-year-old Lalli recuperates from an accident, her world is defined by what she sees outside her bedroom window. But when Lalli witnesses the strange reaction by her old and slightly odd neighbors to a letter they've received, little could she have envisioned what the consequences would be. Not only for Lalli but for the wonderful Mr. Steave. Featuring a soccer-mad brother, cool home-schooling teacher for a father and a gifted Mennonite violinist, Kamakshi P. Murti has woven a story around the life of a young South-Asian American girl, which, at its core, has the universal themes of family forgiveness, true friendship and the power of neighbourly love.
Kevin D. Roberts, author of the excellent 'A New Home on Crotty Island' is performing a reading of his book at Frome Library to some children. This delightful children's book follows Lucinda the dragon and her hunt for a new home. Lucinda the water dragon is caught in a storm,where can she go to keep dry and warm? She sees an island on a lake far below,and decides this is the place she should go!
Teresa Peterson, author of 'Daphne Du Maurier: Looking Inward', will be at the Better Read Than Dead bookstore in Sydney Australia on Tuesday 10th October from 6:15pm. You can RSVP to the event here. Teresa's visit to the bookstore is part of the monthly Jane Austen Book Club - an ode to Austen and other timeless authors. In this well-researched and crafted study of Daphne du Maurier's novels and short stories, author Teresa Petersen explores the possibility that incest is at the core of du Maurier's craft. Her argument is that the theme of incest occurs so frequently that it is not a coincidence. Weaving an analysis of du Maurier's personal history with her well-known novels and short stories, Petersen contends that the writer's intense relationship with her father, Gerald, and to a lesser extent, her much older cousin, Geoffrey, shaped the narrative of all that she wrote. From the subtle father-daughter marriage in Rebecca to the grotesque infanticide in The Progress of Julius to the revelatory short story, ‘A Border-Line Case', Petersen makes a clear argument that will have readers reconsidering du Maurier's works from a completely different angle.
Karen David will be at Waterstones Watford on 5th October 2017. Certain to be an excellent event. Karen will be available to answer questions about the book and will even be doing a reading. 'The Kingdom of Puli' tells the tale of three generations of the Royal Puli Family. The Pulies are a highly intelligent species that are dog-like in appearance. The Kingdom of Puli is a magical place, mystical horses fly across the sky and gladiators perform battles in the Great Arena. The Royal Family of Puli have magical powers, which are bestowed on them by the highest wizard. They are only allowed to use their magic for good not evil. Any Puli caught practicing evil is banished to Togo: a dark horrible swampland on the borders of the Kingdom. The story begins when the Evil Warlock casts a spell on Prince Ceaser and turns him into an ordinary dog. Then he locks him in an old chest and transports him to earth. A little girl called Lilly finds the chest in her garden shed. Lilly enters in the magical world of adventure and friendship with the Pulies. This spans over three generations of her family. They accompany the Puli princes on exciting quests to save the kingdom from being destroyed by the Evil Warlock. These dangerous quests send them back in time to the medieval England, the Crimean War and to Togo; as they have to bring back important objects that belonged to famous historical figures; for Wizard Merlin to use in a spell to save the kingdom. The reader will be introduced to all the colourful characters from the Kingdom of Puli; Wizard Merlin, General Hercules, King Brutus, Queen Allegra and many others. It is an old fashioned tale of good versus evil that will keep the reader gripped to the story from start to finish. We allow them into the secret kingdom of Puli that is hidden above the clouds where magic exists. Open the book and be transported to a faraway kingdom...
Author of 'Beauregard: Canine Warrior', J. D. Taylor, will be at the Kingstowne Library on the 2nd of October 2017. Taylor will be performing a talk about his book which includes a short reading. The talk is due to start at 7pm. Deep in the jungles of Vietnam on a reconnaissance mission, Beauregard, a smart and loyal Doberman Pinscher, alerts his patrol to danger. But when the sergeant ignores Beau's warning signs, the group find themselves under heavy fire. Managing to escape with severe injuries, Beau is the only one to make it out alive. Though many in the armed forces were skeptical about the use of military dogs, Lieutenant Colonel Ricci saw Beau's potential and fought for his rehabilitation and re-assignment to a new handler. Beau then found himself in the trusting and capable hands of Corporal Chivington. What he did next proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that he was a worthy and indispensable part of his team. This historical fiction is a touching tribute to all of the service animals who have dedicated their lives to protecting and serving - our canine warriors.
Join Heather May-Warren at Imagination Kidz on Friday 22nd September at 10am. Heather will be in the Play Cafe performing a reading from her book 'The Little Red Airplane'. 'The Little Red Airplane' On a picnic at the beach Elly finds a little toy airplane. It is sad and broken and needing a home, but not for long. Soon the little plane is fixed up, painted, and named Red to match his shiny new paint. Red loves living with Elly and her family, and meeting the animals who live with them, but when Mother Hen's chick goes missing what can he do to help his new family?
Pippa Kelly will be hosting a book signing event at a private house in Clapham in late September Local author Pippa Kelly will be signing copies of Invisible Ink and talking about how she came to write it and about her current dementia writing. Free entry, drinks and nibbles. Donations to Dementia UK, the charity that trains and supports Admiral Nurses who care for families of those with dementia.
Join award-winning playwright and author David McCaddon at Timperley Ladies Club as he talks about his time working in law enforcement and signing copies of his incredible book called 'Following Digital Footprints'. 'Following Digital Footprints' is a detective story with a difference. Different sections of a police force are investigating cases of hire car theft, credit card fraud and identity theft using traditional methods supported by ever more sophisticated IT systems. The criminals, meanwhile, become increasingly greedy but appear to be committing their crimes under the radar. The suspense builds, as the police build their case methodically and with the occasional element of luck. There are several twists and turns as the plot races towards a conclusion, and the reader can only wait and see whether the police or the criminals will succeed. David McCaddon has written an enthralling whodunnit by drawing on his many years of experience in law enforcement systems development working with police forces worldwide. The technical details are described with a light touch and this adds to the enjoyment of the novel. A satisfying read.
Join Darwin author Josephine Kennedy Smart Jamieson at Palmerston Library this Friday as she is reading an extract and signing copies of her truly amazing, staggeringly emotional book called 'Last Touch', which is her own memoir of life after the murder of her son. A fantastic read for anyone, her story is one you'll remember for the rest of your lives. Dean Jamieson was murdered on 04/04/2006, leaving an irreplaceable void in the lives of those who held him dear. Dean's mother, Josephine, pens a devastating novel that is a deeply intimate and personal examination of the life and death of her child and the grief that accompanies such a loss. Jamieson critiques the landscape following an untimely death; the support of the social sector and the police, the role of the media and reportage and the effect on family. Jamieson's prose, whilst at times visceral, portrays the emotional weight of burying a child but offers, amongst the darkness, hope. This is a work, whilst being intimate, that transcends the personal and offers solidarity to those who have suffered the loss of a loved one.
Margaret Moore, author of the wonderful historical fiction 'A Street of Secrets', is at Saxmundham Library signing copies of her book. It's time to get your copies signed; this will an opportunity you won't want to miss. Set in the East End of London, Angel Street is home to a variety of characters, who live close together, sharing each other's joys, tears and lives.Ethel's collision with Stan's bicycle raises eyebrows. Why do Stan's solicitors insist on involving the rent collector, in his affairs? Then there is Rose, who appears to be teaching the vicar some of her old ways. When Churchy and Liz decide to investigate, they find more than they bargained for. The next vicar comes as another shock. Meanwhile young Tony is unwittingly apprenticed to burglars, causing problems for one or two other local residents. The new neighbour is a real eye-opener, and what about the mystery lady who stands watching on the corner?With so much change in post-war England, the closeness and support among the street's residents is invaluable. For Ethel, Liz and ever-curious Churchy, life in Angel Street is never dull.
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